The seventh season of the television comedy Portlandia premiered on IFC in the United States on January 5 and concluded on March 9, 2017 with a total of 10 episodes. The series stars Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein.

Portlandia
Season 7
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No. of episodes10
Release
Original networkIFC
Original releaseJanuary 5 (2017-01-05) –
March 9, 2017 (2017-03-09)
Season chronology
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List of episodes

Cast

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Main cast

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Special guest cast

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Guest stars

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Production

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IFC renewed Portlandia for a sixth and seventh season on February 10, 2015.[1][2] The series was originally renewed until 2017 with this season intended to be the last, but Armisen and Brownstein hinted about the possibility of doing Season 8.[3] Season 8 would eventually be announced as the last in January 2017.[4]

Episodes

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No. in
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TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal air dateUS viewers
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581"The Storytellers"Carrie BrownsteinFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerJanuary 5, 2017 (2017-01-05)0.161[5]
Fred and Carrie consult with a storytelling expert. A traveler checks into an unconventional hotel. The weirdos discover a store that specializes in bedding and home beauty products.
592"Carrie Dates a Hunk"Jonathan KriselFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerJanuary 12, 2017 (2017-01-12)0.134[6]
Fred doesn't dig Carrie's beau. Drew and Andy ask about men. Melanie and Lars buy a rug.
603"Fred's Cell Phone Company"Carrie BrownsteinFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerJanuary 19, 2017 (2017-01-19)0.121[7]
Fred starts a business. Kate and Sam learn the perils of long distance love. Drew and Andy plan a funeral. Nina gives Lance a massage chair.
614"Separation Anxiety"Bill BenzFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerJanuary 26, 2017 (2017-01-26)0.126[8]
Toni and Candace retire. Drew and Andy re-imagine gingerbread cookies. Rats consider the charms of squirrels.
625"Amore"Bill BenzFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerFebruary 2, 2017 (2017-02-02)0.175[9]
Fred has a marriage arranged. A school hires a bully to teach children grit. A man keeps commenting "Beautiful" on social media posts.
636"Friend Replacement"Jonathan KriselFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerFebruary 9, 2017 (2017-02-09)0.122[10]
Carrie looks for a new friend. Jill tries a radical diet. Drew and Andy host a film festival. Ghavin opens an elaborate box set.
647"Portland Secedes"Bill BenzFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerFebruary 16, 2017 (2017-02-16)0.145[11]
Fred and Carrie help Portland secede. The eco-terrorists receive an award for Best Protest. Dave and Kath leave notes on cars.
658"Ants"Alice MathiasFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerFebruary 23, 2017 (2017-02-23)0.115[12]
Nina and Lance deal with an ant infestation. The mayor tries to break a world record. Time Tailors evaluate a man's schedule.
669"Passenger Rating"Steve BuscemiFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerMarch 2, 2017 (2017-03-02)0.109[13]
Carrie tries to drive up her passenger rating on a ride-sharing app. An actor shows a boss how to terminate employees. The National Small Talk Convention is held. Sandra gets tight with a customer-service rep.
6710"Misunderstood Miracles"Fred ArmisenFred Armisen, Carrie Brownstein, Jonathan Krisel, Karen Kilgariff, Graham WagnerMarch 9, 2017 (2017-03-09)0.126[14]
Sandra teaches a pit bull self-control. Fred and Carrie attempt protesting for cyclist rights. Fred discovers models. Lisa and Bryce sell instant garbage. A couple explains alcohol to their adult son.

References

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  1. ^ Roots, Kimberly (February 10, 2015). "Portlandia Renewed for Seasons 6 & 7". TVLine. Retrieved December 22, 2016.
  2. ^ Littleton, Cynthia (February 10, 2015). "'Portlandia' Gets Two-Season Renewal From IFC". Variety. Retrieved December 22, 2016.
  3. ^ Fitzpatrick, Kevin (September 21, 2015). "'Portlandia' Officially Coming to an End … A Few Seasons From Now". Screen Crush. Retrieved December 22, 2016.
  4. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (January 14, 2017). "'Portlandia' Renewed For Eighth & Final Season By IFC, Will There Be Spinoffs:TCA". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 14, 2017.
  5. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (January 9, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 1.5.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on January 7, 2017. Retrieved January 10, 2017.
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  7. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (January 23, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Update: 1.19.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on January 23, 2017. Retrieved February 2, 2017.
  8. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (January 27, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 1.26.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on January 28, 2017. Retrieved February 14, 2017.
  9. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 3, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.2.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on February 4, 2017. Retrieved February 14, 2017.
  10. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 10, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.9.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on February 11, 2017. Retrieved October 24, 2017.
  11. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 17, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Network Finals: 2.16.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on February 18, 2017. Retrieved February 20, 2017.
  12. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (February 24, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Broadcast Finals: 2.23.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on February 24, 2017. Retrieved March 1, 2017.
  13. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 3, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Broadcast Finals: 3.2.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on March 4, 2017. Retrieved October 24, 2017.
  14. ^ Metcalf, Mitch (March 10, 2017). "SHOWBUZZDAILY's Top 150 Thursday Cable Originals & Broadcast Finals: 3.9.2017". ShowBuzzDaily. Archived from the original on March 12, 2017. Retrieved October 24, 2017.
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